Kidney Health Australia CEO Chris Forbes joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to reveal that 2.5 million Australians unknowingly live with kidney disease symptoms, warning that up to 90% of kidney function can be lost before any symptoms appear. 

To combat this silent crisis, the organisation has launched its bold “Taking the Piss” campaign, urging high-risk individuals – such as those with high blood pressure, diabetes, or over age 60 – to visit their GP for an 18-second urine test before irreversible damage occurs.

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